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Avatar for Choppers Tree Service
Choppers Tree Service
4.9(
156
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Treeservice professional with excellent advice and competitive price. I wanted stuff doe that was not possible go be done and Eddie took the time yo explain why and how to wirk around it, very satisfied."
Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Goliath Outdoor Services
Goliath Outdoor Services
5.0(
45
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"William and Shannon are awesome. Came out and gave a fair estimate for the work that needed to be done. William will not start charging until the lift is fully secure and he's ready to start cutting. Actually took about an hour to position/reposition to find the best spot. The tree (roughly 50 feet tall) was located between our house and the neighbors (space of about 20 feet apart). Job was completed in a very timely manner and I ended up saving $100 off the original quote. I would highly recommend giving them an opportunity for your next tree service. Thanks again to you both!"
Before shot from top of hill
Before tree removal and trimming.
Uphill shot, before tree removal +
Before shot looking towards the water
Enjoying the climb/view

+18

Response time30 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
Avatar for Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
272
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Cornerstone Tree Service. Kerry was very professional. My first phone call to the tree removal 3 days. Everyone involved in the tree removal to the cleanup did an awesome job."
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Services
Cornerstone Tree Services

+5

Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Nelson Tree Co
Nelson Tree Co
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Nelson Tree Company, they informed me of date and time work will start and they showed up on time. Completely trimmed and removed tree limbs and picked up debris. Highly recommend this company."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cutnup Lawn Care & Landscape
Cutnup Lawn Care & Landscape
4.3(
55
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Tree Trimming

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick response for quote. Very detailed information on what he would do on site. Provided service timely and professionally. Excellent detail to what was requested to be completed. Left property thoroughly clean and disposed of all debris. Extremely pleased with service!"
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for First Responders Tree Worx LLC
First Responders Tree Worx LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company has did work at my home three times taking tree down stump grinding and clean up on large area fallen trees stump removal and debris they did a fantastic job very respectful and nice very responsible priced they deserve more than 5 stars on all 3 jobs than you guys"
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.

Bleach can potentially kill some types of delicate ornamental trees, but for the most part, it will only kill the foliage it comes in contact with. Applying bleach is not an effective method of killing a tree. A better option is to use an herbicide, which is a chemical compound designed to effectively kill a tree. 

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

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